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Options have historically been slim for riders searching for a rigid replacement fork for a modern hardtail, especially in steel. The new Esker Fork Yeah! aims to fill that gap with a suspension-corrected steel option built around modern geometry, generous tire clearance, and plenty of mounts for cargo, racks, and long days out. See details here…
Although we have an expansive Gear Index of “Utility Forks” for folks looking for a bikepacking-specific rigid fork for their hardtail, there still aren’t many steel options designed to replace 120mm+ travel suspension forks. Esker just released the new Fork Yeah! as a standalone component, adding another useful option to the list.
The Esker Fork Yeah! is a steel rigid fork developed to match the design language of the brand’s existing frames with geometry intended to mirror the ride characteristics of the Hayduke, Japhy, and Solitaire. It’s made from custom steel tubing paired with investment-cast dropouts and a tapered steerer tube. Feature-wise, the fork includes native 180mm post brake mounts, a three-pack of mounts on each leg, a crown eyelet mount, rack mounts, and tire clearance for up to 29 x 3.0″ rubber. Here’s the full list of specs from Esker:
- 495mm Axle to Crown
- 1 1/2″ – 1 1/8″ Tapered Steer Tube
- 44mm Offset
- 110x15mm Boost Spacing
- 180mm Post Mount native
- Clearance for up to a 29×3.0″ Tire
- Custom Tubing: Seamless, Custom-Butted, ED Coated, 4130 Chromoly, Tapered Legs
- Low-Rider Rack Mounts, 3-Pack Mounts, and Crown Eyelet Mounts
The Esker Fork Yeah! is available to order now for $250. Find it over at EskerCycles.com and check out the short rundown of the fork in the video below.
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